How To Fix KY396 - Selection possibility of report '&1' from inSight was switched off

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 396

• Message text: Selection possibility of report '&1' from inSight was switched off

What causes this issue?

For each report you can set whether it should be offered with the call
up of inSight. For report '&V1&', you have just set it so that it is
not offered for selection.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY396 - Selection possibility of report '&1' from inSight was switched off ?

  The SAP error message KY396 indicates that the selection possibility for a specific report (identified by &1) in the inSight application has been switched off. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting tools, particularly when using the inSight reporting framework.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The report may have been configured to disable certain selection options. This could be due to changes made by an administrator or during a system upgrade.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the selection options for the report.
  Report Status: The report might be in a status that does not allow for selection (e.g., it could be in a draft state or not fully activated).
  System Settings: There may be system-wide settings that restrict the use of certain reports or selection criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Report Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the report in question. Ensure that the selection options are enabled.
  User Permissions: Verify that the user has the appropriate permissions to access the report and its selection options. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Activate Report: If the report is not active, ensure that it is properly activated and published for use.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific report to understand any limitations or requirements.
  Contact Administrator: If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact your SAP system administrator or support team for assistance. They may need to adjust settings or permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Documentation: Review any training materials or documentation related to the inSight reporting tool to better understand its configuration and usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KY396 error and implement a solution to restore the selection possibilities for the report in question.